June 13 Update From Easton First Selectman Bindelglass

**News Release Submitted by Easton First Selectman Bindelglass**

June 13, 2025

Good afternoon,

This week, I attended graduation ceremonies for Helen Keller Middle School and Joel Barlow High School. These are wonderful events that showcase our wonderful young people, our families, and the amazing administrators and staff who teach them. Congratulations and thank you! I hope all enjoy their summers, and to our graduates who are moving on after high school, the best of luck.

On Monday, June 9th, we swore in our new Police Chief, Foti Koskinas. He officially begins on June 23rd, but has been actively working on the transition. In the same breath, we will be saying goodbye to Richard Doyle, our current chief. More about that next week.

Last week, I talked about the housing bill, which was approved by the House and Senate. I told you that I was not in favor of the bill, and both of my selectmen colleagues and I have written to Governor Lamont suggesting he veto the bill. That letter is available on the town website, here.

I have also talked about the sale of the Aquarion Water Company. There will be a public hearing on Wednesday, June 25th, at 12:30 pm, which will be held on ZOOM. I will publish the link when it is available.

The Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on Tuesday, June 17th, and continue their consideration of a special permit for the Strong on Center studio on Center Road.

As a reminder, the Town Hall and the Library will be closed on Thursday, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth.

Recent rain has changed the state’s schedule for work on Sport Hill Rd. Milling work by the state DOT on Sport Hill Road between Old Oak and Westport Road will now begin on Monday, June 23rd. The work will be done at night from 7:00 pm to 5:00 am for approximately five days. Paving will follow on Tuesday, July 1st, again dependent on the weather.

It has been four years since the town joined the Aspetuck Health District. The Board of Selectmen has decided to form a committee to evaluate the relationship.

Around town:

Join the Center for Family Justice for the 12th annual Fairways to Hope golf tournament on Monday, June 16th, at Mill River Country Club in Stratford. Proceeds support free services for abused children through CFJ’s Child Advocacy Center. Register, sponsor, or donate at https://bit.ly/fairways25.

The Easton Senior Center is hosting a lecture with a local funeral home director (Ten-time recipient of the National Pursuit of Excellence Award). This lecture is not just for attendees of the center, but for children with older parents, or anyone who is interested in getting more information on what goes into planning. Please call 203-268-1145 to sign up if you are interested. The lecture starts promptly at 9:30 am on Tuesday, June 17th, and breakfast treats will be provided.

Friends of the Easton Library group is also pleased to support the revival of the much-loved Children’s Storybook Parade on Friday, June 20th (All Ages, 1:00-2:30 pm) to kick off the Summer Reading program. Children may dress up as their favorite storybook character, carry their favorite book, carry a storybook poster, or wear a homemade mask representing their favorite character. Also, on June 20th, Dancin’ with Hoops (All Ages, 3:00-4:00 pm).

Concerts on the Hill at Christ Church on Sundays, June 22- July 27. Gates open at 5:30 pm. Music 6:00 – 8:00 pm. $12/adult, $8/senior, kids free. Food trucks at all events. Line up: 6.22 Christine Chanel and the Rosters, 6.29 Hitch & the Giddyup, 7.6 Triple Boch, 7.13 CT Grateful Dead All Stars, 7.20 Birdsey Beers, 7.27 Dan Tressler & Friends. Sponsored by Hi-Ho Energy Services (D’Addario’s) & Tidewater Electronics. More info here.

Park & Rec is hosting Movie Night under the Stars (Disney Pixar Toy Story 4) on Friday, June 27th at 8:20 pm at Aspetuck Park, 369 Black Rock Road. Bounce House and Snack Shack available, weather permitting. Check FB or the P&R website for changes.

Don’t forget, June is Dog Licensing Month! All dogs six months or older residing in Connecticut MUST have a current license. For more information, please visit https://www.eastonct.gov/town-...

Happy Father’s Day!

Dave